If you have the means to create your file, the formatting requirement and specifics are available in IDR publication 44-082.

If you do not have the means to create the file internally, you will need to contact a vendor. Software vendors who have registered and tested their products with IDR will be listed on the IDR website. If your software provider is not listed, you will need to contact your provider to confirm if your software is capable of uploading W-2 wage statements to the Iowa Department of Revenue.

We recommend using one of the approved software vendors listed on our website to ensure compliance.

The IDR file format is unique to IDR. Uploading the same file you uploaded to the Social Security Administration will result in a file rejection.

If you are set up as a bulk filer, you can upload the files of your clients, as well as your own firm. To upload data for multiple clients in one file, click the link "file on behalf of clients" after logging in to eFile & Pay.

As a bulk filer you can also transmit a W-2 or 1099 form for an individual or business that does not have a Business eFile Number (BEN). This would be a business that neither files withholding nor sales tax.